2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 459 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C8 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
