2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 46 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 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra. 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2010 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C6 | Xterra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4539 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1902 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |