2009 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C2 and 2009 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,486 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (169 HP) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Citroen C2. 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, 2009 Mazda 6 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C2 | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C2 | 6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2486 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 169 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8 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 | 990 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |