2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Liana (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana 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, 2007 Suzuki Liana (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
