2008 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C4 and 2008 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 25 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C4 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C4. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C4 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C4 | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.7 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 | 1590 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |