2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 4 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 601 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.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2004 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2990 mm |
