2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 393 kg more than 2012 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, 2010 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 6 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
