2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2008 GMC Sierra and 2008 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 586 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
Because 2008 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Sierra | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
Make | GMC | Citroen |
Model | Sierra | C5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 66 L |