2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude 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 1,594 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
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, 2005 Mazda Etude (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Etude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1594 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 1045 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
