2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2001 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 717 kg more than 2001 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Seicento. (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2001 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Seicento |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1116 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |