2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2008 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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, 2005 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C6 | 2008 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C6 | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2721 cc | 3776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
