2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 141 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2.
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 (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | 2 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1050 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 |
