1997 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 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. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
