2005 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Ignis.
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 Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Ignis | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Citroen |
| Model | Ignis | C1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
