2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 C6 (440 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C6 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
