1994 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1994 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C 15 | 6 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |