2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2003 Lexus ES
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Lexus ES.
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 @ 1900 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus ES. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2003 Lexus ES | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | C6 | ES |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2730 mm |