2009 Citroen C5 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C5 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | C5 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |