2000 Citroen C 15 vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-05 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 610 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 2013 Mazda CX-05 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-05 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, 2013 Mazda CX-05 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C 15. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-05 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 | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
