2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Forenza.
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, 2006 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2006 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C5 | Forenza |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2177 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |