2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 2012 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Xsara | Equator |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |