2002 Citroen C8 vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, both 2002 Citroen C8 and 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (122 Nm). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C8 | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C8 | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 122 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |