2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C3 and 2005 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C3 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |