2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 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 53 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | C6 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
