2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 4 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
