2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2008 GMC Yukon

To start off, both 2008 Citroen C1 and 2008 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1341 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C1 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen C1 2008 GMC Yukon
Make Citroen GMC
Model C1 Yukon
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 998 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 498 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 800 kg 2141 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 5140 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.6 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 98 L


 

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