2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Fiat Scudo. 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1996 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Scudo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
