1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda 6 (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2001 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xantia | 6 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 83.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |