2005 Citroen C vs. 2008 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2008 Fiat Siena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Siena (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
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, 2008 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2008 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C | Siena |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |