1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1977 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 GMC 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, 1977 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1977 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Xsara | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3300 mm |
