2005 Citroen C2 vs. 2003 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Siena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Siena would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Siena (69 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Siena weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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, 2005 Citroen C2 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Siena. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C2 | 2003 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Siena |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
