1999 Citroen C 15 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C 15. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1999 Citroen C 15 (108 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen C 15 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C 15 | Alto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
