1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1997 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, both 1997 Citroen Xsara and 1997 Suzuki Vitara were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 109 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 1997 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Suzuki Vitara (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 1997 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 1997 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 1997 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Citroen Xsara | 1997 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Xsara | Vitara |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |