2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
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 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Palio II |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.8 mm |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |