1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Because 2005 Mazda B4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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, 2005 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
