2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Impala and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (234 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3.
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 Impala (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Impala | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |