2011 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Citroen C3

To start off, both 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2011 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3, 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, 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2011 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2011 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Chevrolet Tahoe 2011 Citroen C3
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Tahoe C3
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1398 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Flex Fuel Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2556 kg 1211 kg
Vehicle Length 5131 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 2007 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1953 mm 1570 mm
Wheelbase Size 2946 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 47 L


 

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