2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 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. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki 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 Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xsara | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
