2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C1 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1. 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, 2010 Mazda 2 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C1 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 43 L |
