2002 Citroen C5 vs. 1996 Porsche 993
To start off, 2002 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 1996 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | 993 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
