2007 Citroen C2 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Fiat Panda.
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, 2005 Fiat Panda (255 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C2. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C2 | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |
