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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (72 HP @ 3300 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 318 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 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
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 | 1360 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |