2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 8 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), 2012 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 364 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. 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, 2012 Fiat Ulysse (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 2012 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
