2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |