2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda Levante would be higher. Both 2006 Citroen C5 and 1998 Mazda Levante are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Levante (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1998 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | Levante |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
