2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C6 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | LPG |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2838 mm |