2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Trajet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Trajet 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 29 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2001 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | C6 | Trajet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
