2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1997 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Duna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
