2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C5 | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |