2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C6 and 2009 Chevrolet Uplander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 385 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.
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 Uplander (326 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2009 Chevrolet Uplander | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | C6 | Uplander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3880 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |