1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Mazda CX-5
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-5 is newer by 15 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. Both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 2013 Mazda CX-5 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-5. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-5 weights approximately 288 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2013 Mazda CX-5 (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Mazda CX-5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | CX-5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
