1994 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2009 Mazda Premacy is newer by 15 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, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Mazda Premacy. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2009 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
