2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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. At 6,600 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (563 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 600 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 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost 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 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost. 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, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | C6 | Ghost |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 2470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3295 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
