2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 769 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C6 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | C6 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 104 L |