2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 250 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.

Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C6 2010 Infiniti FX
Make Citroen Infiniti
Model C6 FX
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2720 cc 5026 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 87.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.3:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 230 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 6.1 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 2120 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 90 L


 

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