2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane.
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 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C6 | Megane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
