2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | C6 | Accord |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
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 | 1818 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |