2008 Citroen C1 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 622 kg more than 2008 Citroen C1.
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, 2004 Citroen C5 (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C1 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C1 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 66 L |
