2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Roadster (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Roadster should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 215 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Because 2003 Mazda Roadster 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 2003 Mazda Roadster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia, 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, 2000 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
