2007 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1805 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.

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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C6 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C6 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model C6 Sharan
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 2000 cc
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 1973 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.3 seconds 8.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1895 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1904 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2919 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 8.5 L/100km


 

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