2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
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) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2004 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C6 | Diamante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
