2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 3 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. Both 2009 Citroen C3 and 2012 Fiat Fiorino are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 19 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3.
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 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15 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 | 1126 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
