2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 274 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Brava |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2944 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
