2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 641 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen C5 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1379 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |