1996 Fiat Duna vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. 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 C5 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Duna | C5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2820 mm |
