2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 242 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Stilo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1133 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |