2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
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 Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 207 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
