2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 3 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
Because 2008 Ferrari F430 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 2008 Ferrari F430. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C6 | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | C6 | F430 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2721 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
