2012 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 592 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-7 | 2008 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | CX-7 | C3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
