2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 365 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, 2005 Suzuki Alto (178 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C. 2005 Suzuki Alto has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen C has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Suzuki Alto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C | Alto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1061 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |