2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 520 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | C6 | X6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |