2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2003 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2003 Mazda Spiano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C 15 (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Citroen C 15 (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2003 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
