2012 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2012 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP) has 152 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1202 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 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 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Savana | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | GMC | Citroen |
Model | Savana | C3 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1587 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 |
Torque | 711 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2361 kg | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |