2007 Citroen C4 vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Palio weights approximately 8 kg more than 2007 Citroen C4.
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 C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C4 | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C4 | Palio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |