2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 3 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2007 Mazda 3 (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | 3 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
