2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Fiat Seicento were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 323 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. 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 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Seicento |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |