2011 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Panda (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda.
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 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Citroen C3 | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Panda |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 35 L |