2008 Citroen C6 vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,178 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 705 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | C6 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
