2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1996 Kia Avella
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1996 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1996 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1996 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C6 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2400 mm |
