2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 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 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen C5. 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, both vehicles can yield 250 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C5 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1527 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |