1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
