1997 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 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 2001 Mazda Tribute are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 145 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 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2001 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | XM | Tribute |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
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 | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |