2003 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 626 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2003 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mazda 626 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 1998 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
