2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. 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 C3 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Doblo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |