2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C6 (212 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rodius. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rodius.
Because 2006 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rodius will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6. 2005 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2006 SsangYong Rodius has manual transmission. 2006 SsangYong Rodius 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 | 2006 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | C6 | Rodius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3010 mm |
