2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 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 2,261 cc, 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 189 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 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2261 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1573 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |