2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 5 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000.
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, 2006 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
