2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
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, 2004 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C3 | 2 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |