2000 Mazda B2500 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Mazda B2500 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2000 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 1999 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda B2500 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | B2500 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2550 mm |
