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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 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.
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 (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 80 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 | 1360 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
