1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1998 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 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
