2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
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, 2005 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Coupe. (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 1996 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
