1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Mazda 3
To start off, 2012 Mazda 3 is newer by 13 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | 3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2639 mm |
