2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4. 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
