2004 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C 15. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C 15 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C 15 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
