2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 2000 Citroen C 15 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda Lantis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda Lantis would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C 15 | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Lantis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
