2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C3 and 2002 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 2 (78 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. 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 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3. 2002 Mazda 2 has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C3 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C3 | 2 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |