2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
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 Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C4. (133 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
