2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, both 2007 Citroen C4 and 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 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 MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4.
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 MazdaSpeed3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2007 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C4 | MazdaSpeed3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |