2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2008 Citroen C6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Avalanche | C6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |