2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Suzuki Ignis were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 322 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3.
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 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Ignis. 2005 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Ignis has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Ignis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C3 | Ignis |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 39 L |