2010 Citroen C3 vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 97 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Croma. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Citroen C3 | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Croma |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.2 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 | 1408 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |