2007 Audi A6 vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi A6 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Audi A6. (178 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2007 Audi A6. 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, 2012 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2698 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
