2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Impreza | C6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
