2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 490 kg more than 2012 Citroen C6.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Silverado | C6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 72 L |