2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Punto weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3.
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, 2005 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Punto |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1063 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |