2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C6 and 2009 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Nitro. 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 Dodge Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | C6 | Nitro |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |