1999 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 342 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C3 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C3 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
