2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C6 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
