2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C6 and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (212 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
Because 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 2005 Ford FPV BF GT. 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 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6. 2005 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford FPV BF GT has manual transmission. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT 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 | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C6 | FPV BF GT |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |