1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Mazda MX-3
To start off, both 1996 Citroen Xantia and 1996 Mazda MX-3 were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 376 kg more than 1996 Mazda MX-3. 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Mazda MX-3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xantia | MX-3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1059 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |