2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2005 Citroen C6
To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C6 (212 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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, 2005 Citroen C6 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2005 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Monte Carlo | C6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3353 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |