2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla 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 111 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 860 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C6 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |