2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Acadia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Acadia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 327 kg more than 2012 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | GMC | Citroen |
Model | Acadia | C6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |