2011 Citroen C5 vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici

To start off, both 2011 Citroen C5 and 2011 Fiat Sedici were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 388 kg more than 2011 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Sedici 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (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 Sedici.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Citroen C5 2011 Fiat Sedici
Make Citroen Fiat
Model C5 Sedici
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1586 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.2 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1653 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2820 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 50 L


 

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