2006 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Citroen C6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 43 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C6 (290 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C6 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C6 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
