2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2009 Mazda BT-50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 123 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |