2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1979 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Suburban (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 932 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 GMC Suburban 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, 1979 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia. 1979 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 1979 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Xantia | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3300 mm |
