2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 4 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 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 245 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
