2005 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 8 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 25 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C6 | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C6 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
