2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2000 Citroen C3 and 2000 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2000 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
