2006 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C3 and 2006 Fiat Palio II were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,697 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C3 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Palio II |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 16.3 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 | 1097 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |