2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C2 and 2002 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 323 (97 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 323 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mazda 323 (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C2 | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C2 | 323 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |