2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C2 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2010 Fiat 500.
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 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500. 2010 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen C2 has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen C2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C2 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C2 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |