2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Fiat Multipla
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Fiat Multipla were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Multipla. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Fiat Multipla. 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 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Multipla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |