2009 Subaru Impreza vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Subaru Impreza | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Subaru | Citroen |
Model | Impreza | C6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |