1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 645 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 Citroen Xantia (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xantia | Alto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
