1996 Fiat Marea 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 Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1996 Fiat Marea.
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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Marea. (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Marea. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Marea has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Marea 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 Marea | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Marea | C5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
