2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2010 Citroen C1
To start off, 2010 Citroen C1 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C1.
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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 2010 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 5 | C1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
