2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter

To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Mazda Drifter were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,604 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 240 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Xsara 2005 Mazda Drifter
Make Citroen Mazda
Model Xsara Drifter
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 2604 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3300 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.4:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1320 kg
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 80 L


 

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