1990 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1997 Mazda MPV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda MPV (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 442 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mazda MPV 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 1997 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen XM, 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 1997 Mazda MPV | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | XM | MPV |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |