2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 672 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
