2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Ignis (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2001 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 41 L |
