2002 Porsche 996 vs. 2012 Citroen C-Crosser
To start off, 2012 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C-Crosser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 996 | 2012 Citroen C-Crosser | |
| Make | Porsche | Citroen |
| Model | 996 | C-Crosser |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
