2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Skoda Fabia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Skoda Fabia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | C5 | Fabia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 19.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |