2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C6 | 2006 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | C6 | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |