2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C-Airdream | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
