2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 111 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xsara | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 69 L |