2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 2005 Citroen C6
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C6. (212 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C6.
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, 2009 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C6. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac DTS | 2005 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | DTS | C6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |