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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (72 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 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 96 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 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 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 | 1360 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |