1995 Citroen C vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 895 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mazda B2500 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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen C | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C | B2500 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |
