2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3.
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, 2010 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda 3 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Mazda | Citroen |
Model | 3 | C5 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4506 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |