2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 520 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 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xsara | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
