2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C6 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C6 | Accord |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |