2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 430 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, 2009 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2009 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |
