2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina

To start off, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 538 kg more than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Grand Livina. 2009 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Grand Livina has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen C6 2010 Nissan Grand Livina
Make Citroen Nissan
Model C6 Grand Livina
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2720 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 83.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 230 km/hour 180 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1332 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 52 L


 

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