1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (133 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C 15 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
