2003 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C2 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 45 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2.
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, 2003 Citroen C2 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C2 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C2 | Palio |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |