2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari. 2009 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Mehari has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Mehari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C6 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
