2005 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Citroen C3. 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 (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C3 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |