2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2006 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
