2006 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon

To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C6 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 68 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Actyon. 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C6. 2006 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2006 Citroen C6 2007 SsangYong Actyon
Make Citroen SsangYong
Model C6 Actyon
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 208 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 86.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 85.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 230 km/hour 166 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1772 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1890 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 75 L