2001 Citroen C2 vs. 2000 Mazda Protege
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Protege. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Protege would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Protege is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Protege. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Protege. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Protege weights approximately 730 kg more than 2001 Citroen C2.
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 Mazda Protege (164 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C2. (110 Nm). This means 2000 Mazda Protege will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C2 | 2000 Mazda Protege | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | Protege |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
