2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
