2007 Audi S6 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 S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi S6 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Audi S6.
Because 2007 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S6 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, 2007 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi S6 | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | S6 | C6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |