2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 2 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2.
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 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
