1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2006 Mazda 3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,999 cc, 2006 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 3 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1999 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
