2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 4 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, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 87 kg more than 2012 Acura RDX.
Because 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2012 Acura RDX 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2012 Acura RDX | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | C6 | RDX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |