1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 12 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xsara | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |