2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 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 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |
