2008 Fiat Grande Punto 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 Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Grande Punto | C5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
