2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (201 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 124 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C6 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
