2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2005 Mazda Etude is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,839 cc, 2005 Mazda Etude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Etude (120 HP) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude.
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, 2005 Mazda Etude (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Etude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Etude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1839 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1093 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
