2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio.
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 Fiat Palio (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Palio | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Palio | C3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
