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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) 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 286 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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3. 2007 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
