2000 Mazda Demio vs. 2012 Citroen C6
To start off, 2012 Citroen C6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C6 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2000 Mazda Demio. 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 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Demio. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Demio. 2012 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Demio has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Demio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Demio | 2012 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Demio | C6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
