2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 17 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 (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 2009 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1063 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
