2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Citroen C4.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C4. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |