2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Kia Shuma II
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Shuma II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Shuma II 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 92 more horse power than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Shuma II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Shuma II weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6.
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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Shuma II. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Shuma II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2005 Kia Shuma II | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | C6 | Shuma II |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
