Citroen C6 2005 vs Mazda 3 2006
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.9 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 215 HP | 105 HP | |
| Torque: | 290 NM | 145 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.4 seconds | 11.7 seconds | |
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Citroen C6 is more dynamic to drive. Citroen C6 engine produces 110 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 145 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Citroen C6 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 11.2 | 6.9 | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Citroen C6 consumes 4.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Citroen C6 could require 645 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 640 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| 870 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| Mazda 3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Mazda 3 2006 1.6 engine: This engine is widely regarded as reliable, though it can develop certain issues over time. One of the most common problems is increased oil consumption, often starting after 120,000 km. This is frequently ... More about Mazda 3 2006 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.91 m | 4.42 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
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Citroen C6 is larger. Citroen C6 is 49 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 10 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 407 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
no data | 635 litres | |
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Citroen C6 has more luggage capacity. Citroen C6 has 107 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 12.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Citroen C6 is 1.5 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Citroen C6 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`271 kg | 1`725 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`816 kg | 1`190 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 455 kg | 535 kg | |
| Citroen C6 load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 18 procentiem less than Mazda 3. Therefore, Mazda 3 is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
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| Quality: | no data | above average | |
| Average price (€): | 3800 | 1600 | |
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