2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
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 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C5. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Grande Punto | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
