1999 Mazda RX-Evolv vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv and 1999 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,616 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv (276 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv weights approximately 150 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.
Because 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-Evolv (214 Nm @ 8000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda RX-Evolv | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | RX-Evolv | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
