2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C8 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
