2003 Citroen C4 vs. 2002 Mazda 323
To start off, 2003 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 323 (97 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2002 Mazda 323.
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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 323. (145 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C4 | 2002 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
