1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai

To start off, both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 1998 Suzuki Samurai were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.

Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.

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