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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 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 406 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (113 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 | 1749 cc | 1369 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
