2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C6 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 759 kg more than 2008 Citroen C6.
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 C6, 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 (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | C6 | Savana |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 117 L |