2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3.
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, 2008 Citroen C3 (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C3 | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Doblo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |