1998 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2008 Mazda 5 is newer by 10 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. Both 1998 Citroen XM and 2008 Mazda 5 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 5 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mazda 5 (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | XM | 5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
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 | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |