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 85 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 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. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 227 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM. 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 | 1998 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
