2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C5 and 2006 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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 (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | C5 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |