2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. 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 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2006 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
