2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C3 and 2007 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 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 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C3 | 5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |