2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Punto |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.9 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 49 L |