2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C2 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2003 Citroen C2 (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (41 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C2 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.9 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
