2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 722 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Alto. 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | C5 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1597 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
