2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C6 | B9 Tribeca |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |