2006 Citroen C6 vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 688 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Liana. 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 C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C6 | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C6 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
