2004 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, both 2004 Citroen C4 and 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Suzuki Grand 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C4. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C4.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Citroen C4 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Citroen Suzuki
Model C4 Grand Vitara
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 2490 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 165 HP
Torque 147 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 78.5 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1465 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption 5.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.5 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.1 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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