2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 689 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. 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 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1694 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
