2004 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C2. (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C2 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen C2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C2 | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C2 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1083 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
