2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 3 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Because 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
Model | C6 | DBS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4719 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |