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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 141 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 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (140 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1398 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |