2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda B2500 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda B2500. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda B2500. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
