1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Ami | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
