2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 2003 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 14 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
