2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 728 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat 500 | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | 500 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 68 L |
