2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 3 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 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 91 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C6 | Rio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |