2005 Citroen C vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 7 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 135 kg more than 2005 Citroen C. 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 Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
