2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2001 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Fiat Siena.
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, 2001 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (108 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2001 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Siena |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |