2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2011 Mazda B2300 is newer by 2 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2011 Mazda B2300.
Because 2011 Mazda B2300 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 2011 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3, 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, 2011 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda B2300 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 | 2011 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
