2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP) has 288 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | C3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 45 L |
