2000 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 18 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
