2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Because 2005 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 B2300 (209 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
