2007 Citroen C6 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 25. (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C6 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
