1991 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen XM | 1995 Mazda RX-01 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | XM | RX-01 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2614 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |