2008 Citroen C6 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C6. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C6 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C6 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C6 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
