1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 6 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 247 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xantia | Tribute |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 262 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |