1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 182 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xantia | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
