2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | C6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |