2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio.
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, 2001 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2005 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Demio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
