2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 2008 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | C6 | Golf |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |