2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Lapin (62 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Lapin should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C2 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Lapin.
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 Suzuki Lapin (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Lapin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2003 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C2 | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 30 L |
