2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 2 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 2,721 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C6 (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto.
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, 2005 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2005 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Picanto 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 | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C6 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2721 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
