1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 11 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (149 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 234 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, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
