2011 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C6 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 518 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3. 2010 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 3 | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 3 | C6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2910 mm |
