2007 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 4 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat 500 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500 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 2011 Fiat 500.
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, 2011 Fiat 500 (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C3 | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | 500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1053 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |