2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
