2012 Suzuki Equator vs. 2007 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C4 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Suzuki Equator | 2007 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
Model | Equator | C4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |