2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 592 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C4 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
