2000 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C3 (89 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 631 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3.
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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
