2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 6 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |
