2002 Citroen C2 vs. 2004 Mazda 3
To start off, 2004 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 244 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C2 | 2004 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
