2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 8 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 10 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 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 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 Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xsara | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2260 mm |
