2008 Citroen C6 vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1996 Ford Indigo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Indigo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6. 2008 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C6 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
