1989 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | XM | Samurai |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |