2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Yaris 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 118 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 800 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C6 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
