2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Infiniti Q45

To start off, both 2005 Citroen C6 and 2005 Infiniti Q45 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,490 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (212 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.

Because 2005 Infiniti Q45 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 Infiniti Q45. 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 Infiniti Q45 (453 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (285 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C6 2005 Infiniti Q45
Make Citroen Infiniti
Model C6 Q45
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 4490 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 340 HP
Torque 285 Nm 453 Nm
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83 mm 83 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2880 mm


 

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