2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C4 and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 231 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C4 | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.8 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 | 1456 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |