1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 346 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 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 | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C 15 | 3 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |