2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C5 and 2005 Mazda RX-8 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2005 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda RX-8. (222 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 2005 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1664 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |