2008 Citroen C6 vs. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (218 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser (441 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 1998 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C6 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |