2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2010 Mazda B4000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 262 kg more than 2010 Mazda B4000.
Because 2010 Mazda B4000 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 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, 2010 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2010 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
