2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2007 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 RX-8 (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
