2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 555 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Xantia | Jimny |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |