2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 130 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.
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, 2008 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1628 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 60 L |
