2006 Subaru Forester vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (209 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (163 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (290 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (226 Nm). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Forester | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Forester | C6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 209 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
