2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Xsara | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
