2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
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 Swift (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C. 2005 Suzuki Swift 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 Swift will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
