2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, both 2004 Citroen C3 and 2004 Fiat Stilo were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3. 2004 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Stilo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |