2006 Citroen C8 vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C8 (285 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C8 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 74 L |
