2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Nissan Quest.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C6 | Quest |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |