2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki X90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki X90 would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki X90 (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 84 kg more than 2000 Suzuki X90.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 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 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Xsara | X90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
