2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2002 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Yukon weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 GMC Yukon 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 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2002 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C6 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
