2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 272 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | 6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 64 L |
