2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 189 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 2012 Acura ZDX 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 ZDX 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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | C6 | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
