2002 Citroen C-Airdream vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C-Airdream would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C-Airdream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (208 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C-Airdream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2002 Citroen C-Airdream (284 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C-Airdream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C-Airdream | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C-Airdream | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
