2004 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Citroen C6
To start off, 2006 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2004 Acura NSX.
Because 2004 Acura NSX 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 2004 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura NSX | 2006 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Acura | Citroen |
Model | NSX | C6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |