2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 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, 2007 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada. 2007 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Strada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
