1997 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. Both 1997 Citroen XM and 2000 Mazda Familia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | XM | Familia |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |