2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C-Crosser and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 623 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C-Crosser | 3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
