2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Acura RDX.
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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | C6 | RDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2649 mm |
