2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |
