2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 35 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C5 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
