2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 139 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 2006 Mazda Tribute is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda Tribute. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tribute (206 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2260 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
