2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto.
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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2007 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Punto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 47 L |