1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xantia | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |