2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (127 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 116 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6.
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, 2010 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |