2008 Suzuki Swift vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Swift is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Swift 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 Citroen C4 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Swift | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
| Model | Swift | C4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
