2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2009 Fiat Linea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Linea (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Fiat Linea.
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, 2009 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2009 Fiat Linea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Linea |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
