2012 Citroen C3 vs. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2012 Citroen C3 and 2012 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (153 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 121 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Fiat Grande Punto (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Citroen C3 | 2012 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C3 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 8.2 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 | 1159 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |