2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Mazda 323
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 323 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 323 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Mazda 323 (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2001 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | 323 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1123 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
