2006 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C6 and 2006 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 131 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (77 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 516 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C6 | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C6 | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
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 | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |