2005 Citroen C vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
