2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 Mazda 5.
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, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C8. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C8 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
