2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C3 and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 564 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
