1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is newer by 11 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 weights approximately 182 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, 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
