2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (95 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 2 weights approximately 92 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, 2011 Mazda 2 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
