2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2000 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 457 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen C5 | 2000 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |