2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2000 Mazda 323
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xanae and 2000 Mazda 323 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xanae is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 323 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 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, 2000 Citroen Xanae (142 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda 323. (109 Nm). This means 2000 Citroen Xanae will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2000 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xanae | 323 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
