2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 2001 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Doblo | C5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |