2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2004 Acura CL
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Acura CL.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2004 Acura CL | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | C6 | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |