2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 200 (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200.
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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | C6 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4948 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
