2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Citroen C6
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 842 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2007 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
