2009 Citroen C4 vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C4 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 23 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C4 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |