2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 809 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
