2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Citroen C4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP) has 244 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C4. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 925 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | C4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 60 L |
