2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C2 (126 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Citroen C2.
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, 2007 Citroen C2 (143 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 65 L |
