2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Panda |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |