2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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, 2000 Citroen C3 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |
