1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2005 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
