2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C5 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
