2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 401 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (117 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Punto |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |