2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2002 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 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, 2005 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2002 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
