2002 Citroen C 15 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C 15. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 30 kg more than 2002 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator 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 Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C 15, 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 Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C 15. (113 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C 15 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C 15 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
