2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
