2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 6 and 2009 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 479 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.
Because 2009 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda 6 | 2009 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mazda | Citroen |
Model | 6 | C3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |