2008 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 3 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Strada (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C3 | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
