2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Mustang | C6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |