2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 12 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
