2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. 2009 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | C6 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |
