2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 639 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2000 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C4 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
