2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. 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, 2006 Citroen C2 (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Punto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
