2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4

To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C3 2010 Suzuki SX4
Make Citroen Suzuki
Model C3 SX4
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 150 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1005 kg 1335 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


 

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