2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 338 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
