2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 139 kg more than 2011 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C5 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
