1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1997 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
