2005 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,029 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | B4000 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4029 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 45 L |
