2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Mazda 2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 2 (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 2 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | 2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 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 | 1080 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
