2012 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C6 and 2012 Renault Thalia 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) has 145 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 815 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C6 | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | C6 | Thalia |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 64 HP |
Torque | 290 Nm | 160 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2473 mm |