2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator

To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 43 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator 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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen C5 2010 Suzuki Equator
Make Citroen Suzuki
Model C5 Equator
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1252 kg 1295 kg
Vehicle Length 3940 mm 5600 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L


 

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