2010 Mazda 5 vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2010 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 5 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 5. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 5. 1997 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 5 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | 5 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1552 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1753 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1631 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2750 mm |
