2010 Citroen C6 vs. 2010 Citroen C8

To start off, both 2010 Citroen C6 and 2010 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2010 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2010 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C6. 2010 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Citroen C6 2010 Citroen C8
Make Citroen Citroen
Model C6 C8
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 209 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 314 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.6 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.9:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 230 km/hour 182 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10 seconds 13.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1783 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2910 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 7.4 L/100km


 

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