2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Croma. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Croma. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C6 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C6 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
