2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Mazda Laputa

To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Laputa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Laputa would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 883 kg more than 2000 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Laputa.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 2000 Mazda Laputa
Make Citroen Mazda
Model C5 Laputa
Year Released 2006 2000
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2179 cc 658 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 132 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 314 Nm 63 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 96 mm 60.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.6:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1633 kg 750 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2370 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 30 L