2009 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Citroen C6
To start off, both 2009 Audi A6 and 2009 Citroen C6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,129 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (342 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Audi A6.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A6. (243 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A6 | 2009 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A6 | C6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3129 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |