2004 Fiat Palio vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Fiat Palio. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Palio. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Palio. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Palio | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Palio | C5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
