2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 235 kg more than 2006 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C3. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
