2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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, 2011 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C6 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C6 | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |