2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Carnival weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6.
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, 2012 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | C6 | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |