2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Citroen C6

To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 149 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 2009 Citroen C6
Make Citroen Citroen
Model C5 C6
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 131 HP 209 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.6:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.8 seconds 10 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 1666 kg 1815 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2910 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 11.2 L/100km


 

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