2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 663 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Panda | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 71 L |
