2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2003 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (198 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Citroen C6.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Monterey. (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2003 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | C6 | Monterey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |