2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 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, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (106 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C4 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
