2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1997 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda 626 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mazda 626 (151 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1997 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2620 mm |
