1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 7 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Carol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 30 L |
