2011 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 632 kg more than 2012 Citroen C6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C6. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Expedition | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Expedition | C6 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 494 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2502 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2002 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3023 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 72 L |