2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | C6 | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5019 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2819 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |