2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 247 kg more than 2009 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C3 | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Croma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |