2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2003 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 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C 15. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
