2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 147 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
