2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Sentia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Sentia would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Sentia (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 106 kg more than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Because 1998 Mazda Sentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Sentia. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Sentia.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 1998 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | C5 | Sentia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |