2009 Suzuki SX4 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Suzuki SX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Suzuki SX4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 232 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2011 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki SX4 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
| Model | SX4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
