2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 346 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
