2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 187 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 Citroen C3 (152 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C3 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Palio |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1097 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |