2005 Citroen C6 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Citroen C6 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911. 2005 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C6 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2721 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |
