2003 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2003 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C3 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C3. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C3 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1292 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
