2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2003 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 2003 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1452 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |
