2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 886 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C6 | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |