2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C3 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1126 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
