2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 3 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 447 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II. 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
