1999 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | XM | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2262 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
