2001 Suzuki Swift vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 716 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Swift | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
| Model | Swift | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
