1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Premacy (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 525 kg more than 1992 Citroen C 15. 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen C 15 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
