1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 16 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
