1998 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MX-5 Miata (244 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen XM | 2001 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
