2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1990 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Xsara | Samurai |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |