2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2008 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 6 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 387 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.
Because 2008 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 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 | 2008 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 74 L |
