2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2011 Citroen C3. 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 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 6 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
