2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C5 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
