2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (148 HP) has 76 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C3 | 3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 118 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |