2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2010 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 134 kg more than 2010 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MX-5 Miata (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | C3 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1139 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3995 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1245 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2329 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
