2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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, 2012 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Punto | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Punto | C3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 12.4 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 | 935 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |