2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C4. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Palio | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Palio | C4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |