2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Xsara | Aerio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |