2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (71 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Stilo | C3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
