2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C6 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |