2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
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 C5 (314 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C5 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
