2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Aristo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Aristo (220 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Aristo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Because 1993 Toyota Aristo 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 1993 Toyota Aristo. 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 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C6 | Aristo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
