2010 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2010 Mazda Tribute. 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Tribute | C6 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4442 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2910 mm |
