2000 Citroen C2 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C2. (120 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C2 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 64 L |
