2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 930 kg more than 2004 Citroen C3.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C3. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
