2008 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C5 and 2008 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 556 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen C5 | 2008 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Punto |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 47 L |