1998 Mazda Sentia vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 33 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Sentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Sentia | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Sentia | C5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
