2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mazda Etude
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Mazda Etude were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 619 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. 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 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude. 2005 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Etude has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Etude 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 Etude | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | Etude |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1594 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 83.6 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1045 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |