2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1026 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Alto is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto will offer significantly more control. 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 C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C5 | Alto |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 56 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |