2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Citroen C6
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | C6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |