2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C6 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
