2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 2 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 40 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 2011 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 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, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2011 Audi A7 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | C6 | A7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |