2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
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, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | C6 | Piranha |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 203 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2670 mm |