2007 Citroen C5 vs. 1998 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Bravo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Bravo would be higher. At 1,908 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Bravo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Bravo (152 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
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, 2007 Citroen C5 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Bravo. (186 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C5 | 1998 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | C5 | Bravo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
