2007 Citroen C6 vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Toyota Supra.
Because 1998 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C6 | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C6 | Supra |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |