2005 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C5 (117 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C5 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | C5 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
