2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Citroen C6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 339 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C6 (290 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C6 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |
