1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 20 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 188 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
