2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda B2500 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda B2500. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2000 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2990 mm |
