2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (212 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.

Because 2012 Nissan Titan 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 2012 Nissan Titan. 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen C6 2012 Nissan Titan
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C6 Titan
Year Released 2005 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 5551 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 212 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 9.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 4060 mm


 

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