2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (75 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 268 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2001 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C3 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
