2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2006 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream, 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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2006 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C-Airdream | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
