1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 8 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), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3. 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xantia | 3 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |