2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C5 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2179 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 77 L |