2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2011 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2011 Toyota Highlander 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 60 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.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2011 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C6 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
