2001 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 247 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
