2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C3. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Panda | C3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1123 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
