2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 719 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen C5 (295 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C5 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
