2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2006 Suzuki Forenza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
