2009 Citroen C6 vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2009 Citroen C6. 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, 2013 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C6. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C6 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
