2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 GMC Savana

To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 GMC Savana were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 915 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 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 2009 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4, 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, 2009 GMC Savana (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C4 2009 GMC Savana
Make Citroen GMC
Model C4 Savana
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Minivan Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 192 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.2:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 2550 kg


 

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