2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Croma |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 10.1 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 | 1053 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |