2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 243 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.
Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
