2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B3000 (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen C5 (320 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
