2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 456 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 16.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
