2003 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C5 weights approximately 40 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, 2005 Skoda Fabia (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen C5 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C5 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |