2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2010 Citroen C4
To start off, 2010 Citroen C4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C4 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Citroen C4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Citroen C4 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 2010 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2010 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Panda | C4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
