1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 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 B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 74 L |
