2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2009 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 2009 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C6 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2475 mm |
