2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 Chevrolet Silverado and 2012 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1810 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Silverado | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 516 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2969 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6337 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1965 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4018 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 45 L |