2006 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Sonata (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6.
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, 2012 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | Sonata | C6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
