2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (156 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C3 | 6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2258 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 156 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |