1995 Suzuki Samurai vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Suzuki Samurai 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Suzuki Samurai | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
| Model | Samurai | C5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
