2004 Citroen C5 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 454 kg more than 2013 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2489 mm |