2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
