2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 237 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Xsara | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
