1998 Citroen C 15 vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 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 2,261 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 184 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.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen C 15. (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2261 cc |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 62 L |
