2007 Mazda B3000 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 HP @ 5660 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda B3000 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | B3000 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5660 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
