2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Tahoe | C6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |