2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 108 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
