2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 377 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C1 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
