2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1999 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Coupe would be higher. Both 2009 Citroen C5 and 1999 Fiat Coupe are equipped with a 1,747 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Coupe (130 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Fiat Coupe.
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, 1999 Fiat Coupe (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1999 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
