2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1997 Mazda Levante
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Levante (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Levante should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1997 Mazda Levante.
Because 1997 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Levante. 1997 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C4 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1997 Mazda Levante | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | C4 | Levante |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2230 mm |
