2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Strada weights approximately 23 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, 2007 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
