2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Because 2004 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 C8 (314 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C8 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
