2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 402 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
