2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (249 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 485 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C6 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 135 L |
