2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 4 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | C6 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
