2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 433 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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
