2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | C6 | Impala |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1851 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
