2011 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Citroen C4

To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Savana 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 152 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 811 kg more than 2012 Citroen C4. 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, 2012 Citroen C4, 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 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C4. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2012 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2012 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 GMC Savana 2012 Citroen C4
Make GMC Citroen
Model Savana C4
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type Van Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6600 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 3100 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 711 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2416 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 5692 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 2012 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 2070 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3429 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 60 L


 

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