2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Citroen C8

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 496 kg more than 2009 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (210 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C8.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Equinox 2009 Citroen C8
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Equinox C8
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3349 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 182 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1645 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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