2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. Both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2001 Suzuki Vitara are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4.
Because 2001 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki 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, 2001 Suzuki Vitara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C4 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
