2011 GMC Savana vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 856 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Savana 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 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, 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 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Savana | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | GMC | Citroen |
| Model | Savana | C5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
