2007 Fiat Strada vs. 2007 Citroen C3
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Strada and 2007 Citroen C3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 72 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
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 (119 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 2007 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 2007 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Strada | C3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | 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 | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |
