2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C6 and 2009 GMC Yukon were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 620 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 Yukon 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 Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C6 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
