2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Marea (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 79 kg more than 1998 Fiat Marea.
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, 1998 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1998 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Marea |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 63 L |
