2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |