1995 Fiat Tempra vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
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 C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Tempra | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Tempra | C5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
