1989 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 284 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Vitara 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 (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | XM | Vitara |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |