2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xantia | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |
