1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
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) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Eldorado | C6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 440 Nm |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |