2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C4 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Citroen Mazda
Model C4 Familia
Year Released 2004 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1558 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 91 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Top Speed 180 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1255 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 61 L


 

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