2005 Citroen C vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Jimny (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 72 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 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 | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2260 mm |
