2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Xsara | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 269 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |