2008 Citroen C6 vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (440 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6. 2008 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C6 | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
