2011 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 975 kg more than 2011 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C6 | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | C6 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3302 mm |