2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C5 and 2009 Fiat Grande Punto were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 394 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | C5 | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |