2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 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 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 368 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2000 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Familia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
