2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 2 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C2 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 43 L |
