2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Stilo (68 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 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, 2009 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen C3 | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C3 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
