Suzuki Vitara 2018 vs Citroen C4 Cactus 2018
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.4 Petrol | 1.6 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Suzuki Vitara) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Citroen C4 Cactus) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| 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 | 100 HP | |
| Torque: | 220 NM | 254 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds | |
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Suzuki Vitara is more dynamic to drive. Suzuki Vitara engine produces 40 HP more power than Citroen C4 Cactus, but torque is 34 NM less than Citroen C4 Cactus. Thanks to more power Suzuki Vitara reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.9 | 3.6 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km | 4.3 l/100km | |
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The Citroen C4 Cactus is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Suzuki Vitara consumes 2.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C4 Cactus, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Suzuki Vitara could require 345 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Suzuki Vitara consumes 2.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Citroen C4 Cactus. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 47 litres | 45 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 790 km in combined cycle | 1250 km in combined cycle | |
| 950 km on highway | 1360 km on highway | ||
| 680 km with real consumption | 1040 km with real consumption | ||
| Citroen C4 Cactus gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 185 mm (7.3 inches) | 150 mm (5.9 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Suzuki Vitara can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Suzuki Vitara version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. Choose from eight 4x4 versions of Suzuki Vitara 2018 if off-road driveability is important to you. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 330'000 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 8 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C3, Peugeot 2008, Citroen C4, Opel Crossland | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen C4 Cactus might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| 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 | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.18 m | 4.17 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.71 m | |
| Height: | 1.61 m | 1.48 m | |
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Suzuki Vitara is larger. Suzuki Vitara and Citroen C4 Cactus are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 375 litres | 358 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1120 litres | 1170 litres | |
| Suzuki Vitara has 17 litres more trunk space than the Citroen C4 Cactus. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Citroen C4 Cactus (by 50 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 10.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Suzuki Vitara is 0.5 metres less than that of the Citroen C4 Cactus, which means Suzuki Vitara can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`730 | 1`620 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | low | |
| Suzuki Vitara has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Citroen C4 Cactus has serious deffects in 155 percent more cases than Suzuki Vitara, so Suzuki Vitara quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 18 800 | 9400 | |
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