2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 6 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
