2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 693 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | C5 | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |