2000 Citroen C5 vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 1984 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911. 2000 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C5 | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
