1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Xantia | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |