2001 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Thunderbird (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2001 Ford Thunderbird 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 2001 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Thunderbird | C6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
