2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2008 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2009 Citroen C4. 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 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2008 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
