2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.

Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C6 2006 Honda Ridgeline
Make Citroen Honda
Model C6 Ridgeline
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 209 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 83 L


 

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