2004 Citroen C5 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 C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Etude should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 424 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Etude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1839 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1093 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
