2002 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 580 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 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 (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen C3 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Stilo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 580 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |