2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 193 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
