2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon would be higher. Both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon (130 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 108 kg more than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Mazda Sport Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Sport Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
