1996 Citroen XM 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 XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. 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 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | XM | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |