1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 929 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2610 mm |
