1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 34 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.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xantia | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
