2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Swift (101 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2006 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C3 | Swift |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |