2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 698 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 C8 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. 2000 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2002 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2002 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C8 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
