1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 5 (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 111 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
