1995 Citroen C vs. 1995 Mazda Sentia
To start off, both 1995 Citroen C and 1995 Mazda Sentia were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 715 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Mazda Sentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen C, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen C | 1995 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C | Sentia |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 952 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |