1994 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
