2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Panda | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 71 L |
