2011 Citroen C6 vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C6 and 2011 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2011 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Tata Nano 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 2011 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano. 2011 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2011 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Citroen C6 | 2011 Tata Nano | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | C6 | Nano |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |