2001 Mazda Sport Wagon vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
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, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (183 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C5. (170 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | Sport Wagon | C5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
