2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Premacy. (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
