2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Mazda Demio.
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 C5 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Demio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
