2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 272 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | C6 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |
