2012 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1896 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 2012 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1, 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | C1 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6600 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2761 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
