2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia 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 62 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 (167 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C5 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
