2004 Aston Martin V12 vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2004 Aston Martin V12 and 2004 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (460 HP) has 401 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2004 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Aston Martin V12 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 2004 Aston Martin V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Aston Martin V12 (542 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin V12 | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V12 | C5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 460 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 542 Nm | 110 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1427 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |