2010 Mazda 3 vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3.
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, 2011 Citroen C3 (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3. 2011 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 3 | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 3 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
