2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Citroen C6
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C5 | C6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |