2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2006 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Mazda 2 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. 2006 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xsara | 2 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |