2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend
To start off, 2008 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend weights approximately 203 kg more than 2008 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2005 Fiat Marea Weekend | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Marea Weekend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
