1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute

To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 114 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.

Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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 Tribute 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 Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Citroen Xantia 2009 Mazda Tribute
Make Citroen Mazda
Model Xantia Tribute
Year Released 1993 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6550 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 302 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1436 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.3 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 62 L


 

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