2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C1 | Panda |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 35 L |