2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C6.
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 CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | CX-9 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
