2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2012 Citroen C5

To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (205 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2012 Citroen C5
Make Mazda Citroen
Model Familia C5
Year Released 2000 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 105 HP 205 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 137 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1597 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 66 L