2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (140 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 329 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (168 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |