2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C6 and 2009 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C6 | Charger |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1691 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |