2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda 626 would be higher. Both 2004 Citroen C5 and 1995 Mazda 626 are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
