2012 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C5 and 2012 Citroen C6 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2012 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C5 | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C5 | C6 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1815 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 | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |