2003 Citroen C vs. 2004 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2004 Mazda Spiano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Mazda Spiano. 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, 2003 Citroen C (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 2004 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
