2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (113 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | C5 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
