2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C5 | Equator |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |