2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C6 and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C6 (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 395 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. 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, 2008 Citroen C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5. 2008 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C6 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C6 | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |