2005 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C8 and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (157 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6. 2005 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C8 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1648 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
