2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 10.7 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 | 1365 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |