2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Xsara | SX4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |