2001 Citroen C vs. 2004 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C.
Because 2004 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2004 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 2004 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |
