2006 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2012 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 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 24 more horse power than 2012 Honda CR-V. (184 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C6 weights approximately 318 kg more than 2012 Honda CR-V. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda CR-V. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C6 | 2012 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | C6 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
