2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C5 | Ignis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |