2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Panda |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |