2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Citroen C3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2011 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto. (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C3 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1408 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |