2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
