2007 Citroen C8 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C8 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C8 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C8 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C8 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C8 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
