2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy

To start off, both 2009 Citroen C6 and 2009 GMC Envoy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 565 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 2009 GMC Envoy 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 Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6, 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 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C6 2009 GMC Envoy
Make Citroen GMC
Model C6 Envoy
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2720 cc 5328 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 300 HP
Torque 440 Nm 435 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 83 L


 

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