2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MPV (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 464 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.
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, 2005 Mazda MPV (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda MPV 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 MPV | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xsara | MPV |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |