2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Lexus RX
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2007 Lexus RX.
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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (288 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2007 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | C6 | RX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
