2006 Fiat Strada 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 Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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, 2012 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Strada | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1697 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 71 L |
