2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 5 weights approximately 246 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. 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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
