2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C1 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 64 L |
