2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5.
Because 2010 Alpina B5 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 2010 Alpina B5. 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Citroen | Alpina |
Model | C6 | B5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 309 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
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 | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |