2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5.
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, 2007 Citroen C6 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5. 2007 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
