2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Citroen C5.
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 C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C5 | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C5 | C6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |