1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Intrepid. (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Dodge | Citroen |
Model | Intrepid | C6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3228 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |