1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2009 Mazda B4000 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 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 304 kg more than 2009 Mazda B4000.
Because 2009 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B4000 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, 2009 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B4000 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 B4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
