2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 1038 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 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C6 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
