2001 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 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 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 582 kg more than 2001 Citroen C5. 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, 2008 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |