2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2010 Citroen C3 and 2010 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 211 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Citroen C3 | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Panda |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 15 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 | 1126 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |