2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Fiat Multipla
To start off, both 2011 Citroen C5 and 2011 Fiat Multipla were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 Fiat Multipla. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Citroen C5 | 2011 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
