1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15.
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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen C 15 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C 15 | 5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |