2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 399 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2011 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4442 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
