2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rodius

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rodius (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 164 kg more than 2007 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2007 Citroen C6 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Rodius. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Rodius.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C6 2011 SsangYong Rodius
Make Citroen SsangYong
Model C6 Rodius
Year Released 2007 2011
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2720 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 441 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 2034 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5130 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 9.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 80 L


 

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