2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 660 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.
Because 2005 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 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 | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
