1997 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. Both 1997 Citroen XM and 1996 Suzuki Vitara are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM.
Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1996 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | XM | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1360 kg |
