2011 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C6 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | C6 | GT-R |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2779 mm |