2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 8 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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, 2012 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C5 | SX4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1605 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |