2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B3000 | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | B3000 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1560 cc |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
