Suzuki Vitara 2018 vs Citroen C3 Aircross 2017
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.2 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 140 HP | 110 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 205 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds | |
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Suzuki Vitara is more dynamic to drive. Suzuki Vitara engine produces 30 HP more power than Citroen C3 Aircross, whereas torque is 15 NM more than Citroen C3 Aircross. Thanks to more power Suzuki Vitara reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.9 | 5.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km | 7.1 l/100km | |
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By specification Suzuki Vitara consumes 0.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C3 Aircross, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Suzuki Vitara could require 60 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Suzuki Vitara consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C3 Aircross. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 45 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 790 km in combined cycle | 810 km in combined cycle | |
| 950 km on highway | 930 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 630 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 370'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Suzuki Swift, Suzuki SX4 | Installed on at least 10 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Opel Combo, Peugeot 2008, Citroen C4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C3 Aircross might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Suzuki Vitara engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Suzuki Vitara 2018 1.4 engine: The K14C Boosterjet engine is equipped with a turbocharging system that enhances air intake, providing excellent torque as early as 1,500 RPM.
However, the direct injection system contributes to carbon ... More about Suzuki Vitara 2018 1.4 engine Citroen C3 Aircross 2017 1.2 engine: Because the timing belt is placed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to axial play in the crankshaft. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.18 m | 4.15 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.74 m | |
| Height: | 1.61 m | 1.60 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Suzuki Vitara is 2 cm longer than the Citroen C3 Aircross, 4 cm wider, while the height of Suzuki Vitara is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 375 litres | 410 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1120 litres | 520 litres | |
| Despite its longer length, Suzuki Vitara has 35 litres less trunk space than the Citroen C3 Aircross. This could mean that the Suzuki Vitara uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Suzuki Vitara (by 600 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.8 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Vitara is 0.4 metres less than that of the Citroen C3 Aircross, which means Suzuki Vitara can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`730 | 1`815 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | high | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 17 200 | 10 200 | |
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