2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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 Mazda B4000 (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | B4000 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
