2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 BMW 135
To start off, 2010 BMW 135 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 BMW 135.
Because 2010 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2010 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | C6 | 135 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2178 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
