2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Suzuki XL6

To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Suzuki XL6 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki XL6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 70 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki XL6 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.

Because 2000 Suzuki XL6 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, 2000 Suzuki XL6 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 Suzuki XL6 (218 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Suzuki XL6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2000 Suzuki XL6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki XL6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen Xsara 2000 Suzuki XL6
Make Citroen Suzuki
Model Xsara XL6
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1868 cc 2501 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 70 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 128 Nm 218 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2490 mm


 

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