2003 Citroen C vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,241 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 29 kg more than 2003 Citroen C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C | Panda |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1241 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 30 L |