2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2011 Kia Venga. 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 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C6 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 48 L |
